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School-Wide Hydroponic System

School:: Chiles Elementary School
Category:: Stem
Teacher/ Administrator:: John Williams
: 197241
Students Impacted:: 500
Grade Levels Impacted:: K-5
Date:: July 31, 2023

Investor

Thank you to the following investor for funding this grant.

Amgen Foundation - $160.00

Project Goal

Our school's goal is to improve the Nature of Science skills and increase their interest in Science. It would allow students to watch their plants grow and observe the plant's life cycle.

How Project Benefits Students

Each grade level or class interested would be given a row or a level to grow their plants. The students would get to see their plants grow from seeds and produce flowers/fruits. They would be able to explain the different parts of a plant and its life cycle. Also, students would be able to use their science skills with this project. They would be measuring plants, observing them, and recording data. This project would align with all grade levels within their science time. By 5th grade, students are This kit would be utilized all year long and with any interested grade.

Expected Outcome(s)

Students would benefit from this kit by having a hands-on approach when it comes to Science. They could observe the plant growing and learning how a plant functions. In the end, students will be able to identify and explain the parts of a plant. Also, seeing their plants grow from tiny seeds to giant plant that produces flowers or food they can eat will spark interest in the students and promote the Science mindset.

Detailed Cost Summary

Soil and seeds are needed to grow plants within the hydroponic system. The seeds have a wide variety of species, such as flowers, fruits, and vegetables.

Items

#	Item Description	Total Cost
1	Hydroponic System	$90.99
2	Soil	$29.00
3	Seeds	$30.01
4	Plastic Bucket	$10.00
	Total:	$160.00

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